It's a beautiful thing, the destruction of words.

Lit Teacher and Glee Club Coach ❝Power is in tearing human minds to pieces and putting them together again in new shapes of your own choosing.❞ ― George Orwell, 1984

[alysonmeeks]

I think I’d rather see the master himself do it than some dork on Youtube. It’s more fun to experience stuff in real life, anyways. Maybe you could teach me how to do it tomorrow? Then maybe in return I can teach you something too? Oh, I wasn’t doubting that, David. I was just curious about my new teacher, is all. 

Something classic? Like what? Not something from that weird McDonalds band that’s this week’s theme, right? We’re totally not going to win singing those songs, no offense. Ariana would be more fun, and I rarely get solo’s so I’m super excited!

[davidsmythe]

Tomorrow it is then, i’ll bring in the one I’m working on right now. That’s very true, yes it is. Sure, I love learning things from my students. That should be interesting. Of course you were. I guess it’s a good thing to be curious. Just make sure it’s of the right things. 

Not that band exactly, but something along those lines. The band is called Fleetwood Mac, Aly. It’s one of my favorites. Maybe, maybe not. Well, that’s something we’ll have to fix. Start evening out the solos and such.

[alysonmeeks]

I bet it is, yeah.. Very curious to see how you put a big ship into a small bottle like that. Guess you gotta really know what you’re doing to accomplish that, huh? Definitely, the rest of them kinda suck at dancing, but watching Harry try is always a hilarious sight to see. Of course, I’m always there to help when needed, Mr Smythe. Oh? So you’re already seeing someone new then?

Alright, if you insist. I guess it could be, Ariana Grande is like the voice of our generation after all. We should totally sing one of her songs at Sectionals.

[davidsmythe]

I guess you’ll see eventually, now won’t you. Or you could always look it up on YouTube. I’m sure there’s tutorials. That site has tutorials for everything now. Not all of them, some of them are rather good at it themselves from what i saw today. Thank you, Alyson. That’s very nice of you. No I’m not. But I can take care of myself, dear. 

That she is, but I was thinking of use something a little more classic for sectionals. I’m sure i can adjust though, based on what your performance is like tomorrow. 

[alysonmeeks]

Eh, it’s cool, not gonna bother with that because none of them are what I’m looking for anyways. …Ships in bottles? How does that work? Ooh, me too! My dad has a dance school actually, so I’ve been dancing since I could walk basically. Uh, you mean she passed away? I’m sorry, that must be hard.. Okay, if you’re sure that you’re fine, but the offer still stands when you need it. You know, in case you feel lonely or something… I’m pretty good company as well.

Tomorrow works perfectly for me. I really hope you’ll like it, Mr Smythe. Gee, I don’t know about that, because it’s more of a private performance thing, but if you think it would suit glee club then I won’t argue with you on that, of course.

[davidsmythe]

Alright then, suit yourself... Oh, well, it’s a rather complicated little procedure. I can show you one day during glee club if you’d like me to. He does? That’s really cool, so you’re a raised dancer then. Lucky us. She did, yes. Very hard. Thank you, Alyson. It’s much appreciated. As lovely as that sounds, I’m sure I’d be fine in that department as well. Save your company for one of your friends.

I’m sure I will, especially since it’s coming from a trained dancer like yourself. Nonsense, why hide away something good. Might as well show case your talent while you can.

[doriansmythe]

No, and especially not in freaking public! Because it’s an awesome badass name that fits my personality completely, duh. You’re just too old to get it. Well, not like you have a say in it anymore when I turn 18. Because it doesn’t make me sound like I’m some wannabe Disney prince or whatever, for one. …And as usual my opinion doesn’t matter and you get to decide everything.. Thanks a lot, dad…

[davidsmythe]

In what way does the name Blaze fit you personality perfectly, Dorian? If you can explain that to me and make it make sense, then sure, I’ll call you it. I think sounding like a wanna be Disney Prince is better than sounding like a wanna be street bum. Of course your opinion matter, Dory fish. But I’m the parent, and the adult, and I know what’s best for us. You’ll understand when you’re older. 

[alysonmeeks]

Nah, not all of them. Most of them have no idea, actually, that’s why it’s so… refreshing, to see man who knows what he’s doing.. Just being honest, David. I mean, Mr. Smythe, of course. Interesting, totally.. what kind of artsy hobby’s do you have? Ooh really? That’s such a shame. You know, if you wanna talk about it, I’m here for you. My friends always come to me when they need comforting. I’m pretty awesome at making people feel better. 

Hmm, I suppose, and it would be more private too, right? I’m looking forward to it, Mr Smythe. Maybe I could show you a performance I’ve been working on? It doesn’t have anything to do with this week’s theme, but I think you’ll like it anyway.

[davidsmythe]

Well, I’m sure our guidance department wouldn’t mind working with you if you need to be switched out of your class because of a bad teacher. Soemtimes I build those little ships in the bottles, dancing and singing of course - done it since I was young - that sort of stuff. It is, yes. But she’s in a better place now, that’s what I try to remember. Oh, thank you for the offer, Alyson. But I’ll be fine. It’s nice of you to be so helpful to all of your friends though, I’m sure they all appreciate it. 

That it would be, yes. Good, tomorrow then? I’ll make sure to linger around in my class for you. That sounds wonderful, sure you can. Maybe we can incorporate it into glee somehow. 

[doriansmythe]

It’s a stupid and annoying nickname. I’m not a little kid anymore, dad. If you want to call me a nickname, then call me Blaze like my friends did. It’s only a matter of 4 years before I’m legally changing it anyways, might as well get used to it now. …Seriously? No, of course I’m not okay, I live in a cow town and I’ve only been to school for one day and people are already treating me like crap. I just wanna go back to Cali, okay? I hate it here… I miss home, dad…

[davidsmythe]

No, but you could let me pretend for just a little bit longer, can’t you? I’m not calling you Blaze. I’m still not even sure why they did. Or if they actually did. Dorian, you’re not changing your name to something as ridiculous as Blaze. What makes you think that’s any better than what you’ve reduced the name Dorian to? It’s not. It’s just because they need to get to know you still. Give it time, I’m sure once you make friends it’ll stop. This is home now, Dory. We needed a fresh start, this is the best place for it. Around our family. 

[alysonmeeks]

True, I guess, but sometimes that can be hard when they’re like really boring. But admittedly, having a hot teacher helps a lot.. err, I mean, a teacher that clearly knows what he’s doing and makes learning fun and stuff. Okay cool! I would love to get to know you better, David. Like, where are you from? What are your hobby’s? Are you single?

Aww, but why not? It’s such a pretty name. I guess we could do that, or we could go elsewhere… How about we go out for coffee instead? Have you been to the Lima Bean yet?

[davidsmythe]

Right, a teacher who knows what he’s doing. Well, missy, I can promise you all of them know what they’re doing. Regardless of how good they look. But thank you for the compliment. Mr. Smythe*. I moved here from California with my son, but I’m originally from here, actually. I enjoy writing, reading, and I sometimes spend my time on little artsy hobbies. Yes, I am. Unfortunately, as of lately, I am. 

Thank you for yet another compliment. I think my classroom would be far more appropriate, but thank you for the offer, Aly. We can always share a coffee there. 

[doriansmythe]

….Dad, I swear, call me that one more time and you can say bye bye to your blog. My name is Dorian, and you of all people should remember that since you gave me that dumb name yourself. Well, that’s a risk I’m willing to take if it stops you from making life worse for me at school. It’s when they throw a slushy in your face, duh. Apparently that’s the big thing at our school, that and dumpster tosses, but I managed to avoid those. Please, what’s there to love? We live in the middle of freaking nowhere. But fine, I’ll stay in glee.. for now, at least. 

[davidsmythe]

Oh please, Dorian, it’s just a nick name. Stop being so mellow dramatic over it. Yes, I know your name, it’s a lovely name. You should embrace it, it makes you unique.  Seems like someone’s in another mood today, feeling okay? They still do that? Yikes, I’ll take it up with our school’s principal when I see him tomorrow. Make sure you won’t get any of those anymore. The homey feeling that comes with a small town... Good, you’ll come to love it, Dory. It’ll become a permanent thing in your life, watch. 

[alysonmeeks]

Ooh, a new English teacher? Guess I just found a reason to pay more attention in that class. Just homework and school? Gee, that isn’t much fun, Mr. Smythe. What if we just want to know more about our mysterious new teacher? Some totally innocent but interesting fun facts?

My name is Alyson Meeks, but you can call me Aly if I can call you David.  And I definitely would love to get ‘acquainted’ in person as well. What are you doing after class?

[davidsmythe]

Indeed, that I am. You should always give English class, and all your other classes, your undivided attention while you’re in them, Miss. Meeks. It’s the best way to learn from them. Well, that’s the most appropriate on a regular basis, but I’m sure sure a few questions wouldn’t hurt. To return the favor of introducing myself.

Nice to meet you, Aly. Try your best not to address me by my first name, if possible, thank you. Oh, would you? I’m free until around 4:30, feel free to swing by my class whenever you need. To have a chat, for some tutoring, whatever you need. 

[doriansmythe]

Just don’t do anything embarrassing or more importantly, something that would embarrass me, dad, cuz I can take your blog privileges away from you if I need to. Also, not sure how long I’m gonna stay in your glee club, because I’ve been receiving slushy facials left and right all day. Being the new kid puts enough of a target on my back as is, and everyone at this school seems to hate music. Told you that this moving thing was a terrible idea, didn’t I?

[davidsmythe]

Me? Embarrassing? Psssh, never. You have nothing to worry about there, Dory fish. Focus that energy into something more productive, like this week’s glee club assignment. Sure you can, but let’s keep in mind that I can take away most of your privileges while you’re at it, fair warning. Slushy facials? Fill me in, what are those? Please, a handful of sourpusses is nothing to get worked up over. You’ll come to love glee, watch. As well as the move. You need to give yourself time to adjust to this place before you can judge it as a bad idea. I promise, you’ll love it in time too. 

[davidsmythe]

Hello students of McKinley, I’m you’re newest English Literature teacher, but a good amount of you probably know that already since you’re following this nifty blog I had my son set up for me. I figured I’d make the obligatory first post and explain a few things about this blog here. There’ll be nightly homework updates, you can find them by clicking the homework link in my sidebar. You can also use this blog to contact me at any time of the day, that being said, try to keep it at homework, school, and glee related things, please. Thank you. 

Can’t wait to get to know more of you throughout the course of our school year. And please, do feel free to introduce yourselves here if I haven’t met you yet already. I’d love to get acquainted.